Young Persons Support Worker (Days)

Job Title: Residential Support Worker

Location: Coalville, Leicestershire, East Midlands /

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description:
Our client, a leading children’s charity, is seeking a dedicated Residential Support Worker to join their team in Coalville. 
This role offers the opportunity to work within a nurturing environment supporting children and young people aged 8–18, providing short-term placements in a safe and caring setting. The successful candidate will play a vital role in promoting emotional wellbeing, independence, and personal growth.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Residential Support Worker your daily duties will include:

• Building trusting, nurturing relationships that support each young person’s independence and emotional resilience.
• Collaborating with parents, carers, and professionals to deliver holistic care.
• Contributing to the day-to-day running of the home, including cooking, cleaning, and maintaining a welcoming environment.
• Accurately documenting and maintaining records in line with safeguarding and regulatory standards.
• Promoting and maintaining a safe, supportive environment at all times.
• Upholding safeguarding policies and procedures to ensure the protection of all service users.

Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Residential Support Worker, you will need:

• Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or be willing to achieve this within the required timeframe.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection.
• Be motivated by making a meaningful difference in young people's lives.
• Be flexible and committed to working sleep-ins, shifts, weekends, and bank holidays.
• Relevant experience working with children and young people is desirable but not essential with the right attitude and willingness to learn.

Benefits & Work Environment:

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous pension scheme, holiday entitlement starting at 26 days per year, increasing with service.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Cycle-to-work scheme, discounts at high street shops, cinemas, gyms, and leisure parks.
• Access to employee assistance programs, learning and development opportunities, and health cash plans.
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working options where applicable.